Grass, leaves, branches and brush are composted into mulch and soil rather than landfilled. Many cities offer seasonal curbside yard-waste pickup plus drop-off sites that sell finished compost back to residents.

In Missouri we list 8 yard waste drop-off locations across 6 cities, with the most in Kansas City, Brookline, Carthage, Humansville and Liberty. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in Missouri

The Scrap Yard

📍Potosi · 15307 MO-21, Potosi, MO 63664
📞+1 573-854-8550
🕐Today: 9 AM–5 PM
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Missouri Organic Recycling This Location Is Not Open To Public This Is A Compost Facility

📍Liberty · 5923 Nebo Hills Rd, Liberty, MO 64068
📞+1 816-483-0908
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Carthage Recycling Center

📍Carthage · 1309 Oak Hill Rd, Carthage, MO 64836
📞+1 417-237-7024
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:15 PM
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Missouri Organic Recycling

📍Kansas City · 11660 N Main St, Kansas City, MO 64155
📞+1 816-483-0908
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Yardwaste Recycling Center

📍Brookline · 3790 S Farm Rd 119, Brookline, MO 65619
📞+1 417-864-1904
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Missouri Organic Recycling

📍Kansas City · 7700 E US Hwy 40, Kansas City, MO 64129
📞+1 816-483-0908
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Missouri Organic Recycling Open 8Am To 5 Pm Saturdays Only For Kcmo Yard Waste Drop Off.

📍Kansas City · 1815 N Chouteau Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64120
📞+1 816-483-0908
🕐Today: Closed
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Scott Salvage Yard

📍Humansville · 3406 S 30th Rd, Humansville, MO 65674
📞+1 417-754-2305
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Recycling Yard Waste in Missouri: What to Know

🍂 Leaves & grass
Often collected curbside in paper bags or carts during the growing season.
🌳 Branches & brush
Dropped at compost sites; some chip it into mulch you can take home.

How to Prepare Yard Waste

  • Keep yard waste free of plastic bags, rocks and trash — contamination ruins compost.
  • Bundle or cut branches to the length the site specifies.
  • Many sites sell finished compost and mulch back to residents cheaply.

Yard Waste Recycling FAQ — Missouri

Which Missouri cities have the most yard waste drop-off locations?

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Kansas City (3), Brookline (1), Carthage (1), Humansville (1) and Liberty (1). In total we list 8 locations across 6 Missouri cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in Missouri?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Missouri directory. City compost sites and transfer stations are the usual options; many also offer seasonal curbside pickup. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off yard waste?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put yard waste in my curbside bin?

Usually no — yard waste typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all yard waste & compost locations by city, the full Missouri recycling directory, or yard waste recycling in New Jersey, North Carolina, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina.